Coromandel corrugated iron home breaks with convention

This award-winning Coromandel home by Herbst Architects is a bold departure from their usual style. Inspired by old farm sheds, the design features a striking skin of recycled rusty corrugated iron over a glass-walled living area, creating a look of "agrarian brutalism".

The home provides a solid, bunker-like feel while maintaining a visceral connection to the landscape through panoramic views. It prioritises recycled materials and rustic details, blending a powerful architectural statement with down-to-earth modesty.